Payroll and People Systems Assistant

VOLUNTARY ORGANISATIONS' NETWORK NORTH EAST; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 11.5%

25 days annual leave + 3 Christmas

Public holidays

Flexible and hybrid working

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

National Energy Action is recruiting a part‑time Payroll & People Systems Assistant (22.5 hours per week) to support our Finance and People & Culture teams. You’ll help ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain employee records and support the HR systems.

This role offers hybrid working with minimum one day per week in Newcastle; ideal for someone with payroll experience and a solid grasp of UK payroll rules. You’ll develop payroll and HR systems skills within a supportive national charity.

Qualifications

• Experience processing payroll and maintaining employee records.
• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and auto‑enrolment.
• Good Excel skills and accuracy.
• Strong organisation and confidentiality.
• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4+).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll.
• Support PAYE, NI, pensions, RTI and statutory requirements.
• Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations and payments.
• Respond to payroll queries and support year‑end processes.
• Maintain accurate employee data in the HR system.
• Produce people reports and support data quality checks.
• Collaborate with Finance and People teams to align payroll/HR data.
• Support HR systems testing, reporting and improvements.

Skills

Payroll processing

UK payroll legislation

Excel skills

Organisational skills

Confidentiality

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4+)

Payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP)

Tools

Iris Cascade

Sage 50 Payroll

Job description

Payroll and People Systems Assistant at National Energy Action

Contract Type: Permanent

Role Type: Employment

Hours: Part time

Application deadline:

Based: Hybrid

Salary: £16,364 to 17,164 Pro Rata

Salary Type: Salary Scale

Location: Tyne and Wear

Role description: Assistant

About Us National Energy Action (NEA) is the national fuel poverty charity, working across England, Wales and Northern Ireland to help everyone live in a warm, healthy home. We support vulnerable households, influence policy and deliver practical programmes that improve lives. Our teams are friendly, knowledgeable and passionate about making a difference.

The Role We’re recruiting a part‑time Payroll & People Systems Assistant (22.5 hours per week) to support both our Finance and People & Culture teams. You’ll help ensure accurate, timely payroll processing, maintain employee records and support the effective operation of our HR systems. This is a great opportunity to develop your payroll and HR systems experience within a supportive national charity.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and process monthly payroll

• Support PAYE, NI, pensions, RTI and statutory requirements

• Prepare payroll journals, reconciliations and payments

• Respond to payroll queries and support year‑end processes

• Maintain accurate employee data in Iris Cascade

• Produce people reports and support data quality checks

• Work with Finance and People teams to align payroll/HR data

• Support HR systems testing, reporting and improvements

What You’ll Bring

• Experience processing payroll and maintaining employee records

• Knowledge of UK payroll legislation and auto‑enrolment

• Good Excel skills

• Strong organisation, accuracy and confidentiality

• GCSE English & Maths (Grade C/4+)

Desirable

• Experience with Iris Cascade, Sage 50 Payroll or similar

• Experience preparing payroll journals and reconciliations

• Experience supporting audits or year‑end processes

• Understanding of HR processes

• Payroll qualification (e.g. CIPP)

What We Offer

• £16,364–£17,164 per annum (pro‑rata), Level 2 Points 6–9

• 11.5% non‑contributory pension

• 25 days annual leave + 3 Christmas closure days (pro‑rata)

• Public holidays

• Flexible and hybrid working (minimum one day per week in Newcastle office)

• Enhanced family‑friendly benefits

• Employee Assistance Programme and benefits platform

Additional Information Hybrid/home working is subject to H&S and GDPR checks. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. CVs are not accepted. No agency enquiries.

Closing date: 12:00 noon, Tuesday 27 October 2026 Interviews: Week commencing 09 November 2026

NEA is an equal opportunities employer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.